What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laundry Aide position at West Janisch Healthcare?
Laundry Aide:
We are seeking an outstanding individual to add to our West Janisch Health Care Center long term care community. We are a company who truly believes in allowing our team members to do what they do best, while we provide the support for growth in their careers.
West Janisch Health Care Center is the right place for you! Stop by Monday-Friday between 10am-4pm to fill out an application, submit your application on our website at westjanischhealthcarecenter.com, or call (713) 696-9093. Let us show you what all we have to offer!
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
- Must have the ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish this job.
- Must be able to stand and walk short distances 7-8 hours per day.
Must be able to lift 30-40 lbs. frequently and be able to push and pull wet laundry (50-75 lbs.) from a washing machine.- Must be able to work with standard cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry equipment. • Must have knowledge of supplies and equipment used by department and the care of this equipment.
- Must have knowledge of safety regulations.
- Must have ability to deal tactfully and effectively with residents, staff, family members, visitors, government agencies’ personnel, and the general public.
Must present a professional appearance.- Must be able to meet all local health regulations and pass pre/post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
•• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
2) Follow established safety procedures, policies and precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
3) Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
4) Keep work areas free of hazardous objects, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
5) Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used in the work area. Refer to Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) when necessary.
6) Follow established policies concerning the use of labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s)
7) Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to Housekeeping Supervisor.
8) Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious material and/or hazardous wastes or chemicals and dispose of personal protective equipment in accordance with established policies.
9) Sort, count and wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc. in accordance with established procedures.
10) Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments etc. to residents daily or as instructed.
11) Be aware of and follow facility policy regarding safe lifting techniques.
12) Be aware of and follow all state, Federal, company and center policies and procedures.
13) All other duties as assigned
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